§ Mr. Gwynfor Evansasked the Minister for the Civil Service what is the current estimated cost of the transfer of Ministry of Defence civil servants from London to Cardiff.
§ Mr. Charles R. MorrisAs I explained to the hon. Member on 12th November, the move of Ministry of Defence posts to Cardiff is due to be completed in 1982. Provisional estimates of the net costs up to 1984–85, when capital expenditure will be completed, amount to about £39 million. Continuing savings of about £7 million will accrue in each subsequent year. Figures at 1976 prices. In addition there are the important economic and social benefits to be taken into account.